| GRADE |
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Moderate |
| DATES |
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May 24 - Jun 2, 2008 |
| NO. OF DAYS |
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10 |
| NO. OF TREKKING
DAYS |
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8 |
| MAXIMUM ALTITUDE |
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3566 m/11700 ft (Har-ki-Dun) |
You have seen the Lord of the Rings and appreciated
the landscape; you need not go all the way to New Zealand!!
The trek to Har-ki-Dun will provide you with all the
sights that you are looking for. Lush greenery, scraggy
mountains, towering snow capped peaks, glaciers and
gushing streams that seem to spring from nowhere. Har-ki-Dun
is situated in the Western Garhwal Himalayas, at the
base of Fateh Parvat. This cradle shaped valley, South-east
of Jaundar glacier is surrounded by dense forests of
pine, deodar and other coniferous trees. It is totally
covered by a blanket of blue and purple flowers. The
surrounding |
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forest is rich in wild life and exotic birds and forms
part of the Govind Wildlife Sanctuary & National
Park. The main snow clad peaks visible from here are
Swarga-Rohini, Bandarpunch and Kala Nag.
Ruinsara Tal is a small lake located at the base
of the Bandarpoonch glacier and forms the base for
mountaineers planning to scale peaks like Bandapoonch
(6320 m) and Kala Nag (Black Peak/6387 m).
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DAY-BY-DAY
ITINERARY |
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| MAY 24 |
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DEHRADUN
- CAMP MYSTIC RIVER, MORI (Drive/175
kms/5-6 hrs)
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| MAY
24 |
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DEHRADUN
– CAMP MYSTIC RIVER, MORI
(Drive/175 kms/5-6 hrs) |
Arrive
in Dehradun early in the morning
and from here drive to Camp Mystic
River, Mori. Post lunch explore
the beautiful environs of the camp
also one can indulge in rock climbing/rappelling
and river crossing. |
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| May
25 |
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CAMP
- SANKRI – BHIDA KA THACH
(Trek/14
kms/4-5 hrs) |
From
Camp drive to Sankri (32 kms). From
here we start off the trek towards
Taluka. We camp about 2 kms ahead
of Taluka village for the night.
Overnight in tents. |
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| May
26 |
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BHIDA
KA THACH – OSLA
(2560 m)
(Trek/13
kms/5-6 hrs) |
Today
we trek from Bhida ka Thach to Osla.
Overnight in tents.
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| May
27 |
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OSLA
– HAR-KI-DUN (3566 m) (Trek/14
kms/6-8 hrs) |
Today
we will trek 14 kms to reach Har-ki-Dun,
which will take about 7-8 hrs moving
at a leisurely pace so as to enjoy
the beauty of the valley. Overnight
in tents.
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| May
28 |
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HAR-KI-DUN
& JAUNDAR GLACIER |
On
this day everyone does his own thing.
One can go on an exploratory trek
to Jaundar Glacier and Morendatal,
capture some magnificent views on
the camera, or just chill around
the meadows at the campsite. Overnight
in tents.
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| MAY
29 |
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HAR
KI DUN – DEBSHU BUGYAL (Trek/14
kms/4-5 hrs) |
Today
we will trek 14 kms to reach Debshu
Bughyal. It will take 4-5 hrs at
leisure pace as the trail is generally
downhill. Overnight in tents
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| MAY
30 |
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DEBSHU BUGHYAL –
RUINSARA TAL
(Trek/16
kms/5-6 hrs) |
Today
we start trekking early towards
Ruinsara Tal. The Trek from Debsu
Bughyal to Ruinsara Tal is through,
terraced mountain fields, lush green
grassy lands and conifer forests
through extremely scenic landscape.
The gradient of the trek is moderate
and one will be able to complete
the trek in 5-6 hrs on arrival at
the lake set campsite. Overnight
in tents.
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| MAY
31 |
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RUINSARA
TAL – OSLA
(Trek/18
kms/4-5 hrs) |
After
breakfast, trek back towards Osla
(18 kms). This trek will take about
4-5 hours. Set up a camp by the
Supin River. Overnight in tents.
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| JUN
1 |
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OSLA
– BEYOND TALUKA
(Trek/17
kms/3-4 hrs) |
Early
morning we start walking down towards
Taluka. Overnight in tents.
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| JUN
2 |
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TALUKA
CAMPSITE – SANKRI (Trek/10
kms/2-3 hrs) – DEHRADUN
(Drive/210
kms/7-8 hrs) |
Early
morning, trek down from Taluka to
Sankri and from here drive down
to Dehradun.
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| MAY 25 |
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CAMP
- SANKRI - BHIDA KA THACH (Trek/14
kms/4-5 hrs) |
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| MAY 26 |
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BHIDA
KA THACH - OSLA (2560 m) (Trek/13
kms/5-6 hrs) |
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| MAY 27 |
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OSLA - HAR-KI-DUN (3566 m) (Trek/14
kms/6-8 hrs) |
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| MAY 28 |
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HAR-KI-DUN
& JAUNDAR GLACIER |
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| MAY 29 |
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HAR
KI DUN - DEBSHU BUGYAL (Trek/14
kms/4-5 hrs) |
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| MAY 30 |
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DEBSHU
BUGHYAL - RUINSARA TAL (Trek/16
kms/5-6 hrs) |
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| MAY 31 |
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RUINSARA
TAL - OSLA (Trek/18
kms/4-5 hrs) |
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| JUN 1 |
: |
OSLA
- BEYOND TALUKA (Trek/17
kms/3-4 hrs) |
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| JUN 2 |
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TALUKA
CAMPSITE - SANKRI (Trek/10
kms/2-3 hrs) - DEHRADUN
(Drive/210 kms/7-8 hrs) |
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Rs. 22,900/
per person*
*3.09
% Service Tax extra |
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| Cost Includes |
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All road transfers by a Toyota
Qualis from and back to Dehradun |
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Accommodation
in 3/4 season tents during the trek on twin sharing
basis. |
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All
meals beginning with breakfast on Day
1 to lunch on Day 8. All meals would be vegetarian.
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Mules/Porters:
For carrying camping equipment, rations, vegetables
and some amount of personal gear of the clients
(one bag not weighing more than 15 kgs). |
• |
Professional guide
and kitchen staff would accompany
the group |
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Camping equipment |
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| Camping
equipment provided on the trek |
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3/4 season
Mountain Hardwear (www.mountainhardwear.com)
or Lafuma (www.lafuma.com)
alpine tents |
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Camping Mattresses |
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Camping
stools |
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Mess Tent |
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Toilet tent |
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Basic Medical kit |
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| Cost Does Not Include |
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Travel between Delhi
and Dehradun (can be arranged by us on request) |
• |
Sleeping bag (can be hired from
us) |
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Any meals/services
not mentioned above |
• |
Any charges for video cameras,
still cameras, etc. |
• |
Alcohol, soft drinks, beverages,
etc. |
• |
Personal expenses like tips,
telephone calls, laundry, etc. |
• |
Any costs arising out of unforeseen
circumstances like landslides, road blocks, bad
weather, etc. |
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Insurance |
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| Trip Extensions |
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| Payment Terms & Conditions |
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Full payment to
be made in advance at the time of booking the trek |
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Payment to be made by Cheque/DD
in favour of GREAT INDIAN OUTDOORS (P) LTD. payable
at New Delhi/Gurgaon |
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Payment
for this trip will not be adjusted against any
future trips |
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Cancellation policy |
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>30 days:
Full refund (after deducting any expenses
that have been incurred for hotel bookings,
transport, etc.) |
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21-30 days: 75% of trip cost will be refunded
(after deducting any expenses that have
been incurred for hotel bookings, transport,
etc.) |
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14-21
days: 50% of trip cost will be refunded
(after deducting any expenses that have
been incurred for hotel bookings, transport,
etc.) |
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<14 days: No refund |
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TRANSPORT
OPTIONS (DELHI – DEHRADUN – DELHI) |
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TRAIN: Delhi – Dehradun |
| Train |
ETD |
ETA |
1A |
2A |
3A |
SL |
CC |
2S |
| Shatabdi Express |
0650 hrs |
1240 hrs |
900 |
- |
- |
- |
470 |
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| Janshatabdi Express |
1525 hrs |
2110 hrs |
- |
- |
- |
- |
380 |
117 |
| Mussoorie Express |
2215 hrs |
0800 hrs |
1032 |
606 |
437 |
166 |
- |
- |
| NZM-DDN AC Special |
2305 hrs |
0500 hrs |
990 |
582 |
420 |
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| *All
costs are Rs. per person (Rs. 50 per person booking charges
extra) |
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| TRAIN: Dehradun – Delhi
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| Train |
ETD |
ETA |
1A |
2A |
3A |
SL |
CC |
2S |
| Janshatabdi Express |
0510 hrs |
1115 hrs |
- |
- |
- |
- |
380 |
117 |
| NZM-DDN AC Special |
0845 hrs |
1440 hrs |
990 |
582 |
420 |
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| Shatabdi Express |
1700 hrs |
2245 hrs |
1005 |
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- |
- |
545 |
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| Mussoorie Express |
2130 hrs |
0720 hrs |
1032 |
606 |
437 |
166 |
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| *All
costs are Rs. per person (Rs. 50 per person booking charges
extra) |
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| Road |
There are frequent
Public Transport buses available from Delhi to Dehradun
that cost about Rs. 200 per person. These buses depart
from Delhi ISBT every 30 mins. or so and take about
6 hrs to cover the distance. There is also an overnight
Volvo service that runs between Delhi and Dehradun that
costs about Rs. 400 per person. The same is also applicable
on the return journey. A private vehicle could also
be arranged for if you require the same. |
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LIST OF
ESSENTIALS |
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- Sleeping bag
- Shirts / T-shirts
- Trousers / Track Pants
- Windproof jacket
- Fleece / Full-sleeve Woollen sweater
- Thermal inner wear (upper & lower)
- Woollen cap
- Mittens (Woollen gloves)
- Scarf
- Woollen socks (extra pairs to be carried)
- Comfortable Trekking/Hiking shoes
(shoes with a thick sole are recommended)
- Raincoat / Poncho
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- Towel
- Water bottle
- Cap / Hat
- Walking stick / Trekking pole
- Sunscreen Lotion
- Lip Balm
- Torch / Flashlight (with extra batteries)
- Medicines, if requiring any specific medication
- Camera (with extra film rolls)
- Sunglasses
- Personal toiletries
- Books, if you like reading
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Carry
your stuff in a duffel bag, soft shoulder bag or a rucksack.
Avoid suitcases, trolleys or any other hard luggage.
Also carry a small knapsack to carry your personal items
like cameras, water bottles, etc. while walking during
the day. Each person should carry a maximum of 15 kgs
of luggage on the trek. |
Do
get in touch with us for any items that cannot
be sourced by you, as we could suggest retail
outlets from where they could be bought or the
same could be leased from us. |
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| Disclaimer |
Great
Indian Outdoors (P) Ltd. takes utmost care to ensure
safety of its clients. However in the case of any unforeseen
mishaps, Great Indian Outdoors (P) Ltd. will not be
liable for any injuries caused or for loss of life.
All disputes rising due to the above are subject to
the jurisdiction of the courts in New Delhi/Delhi only. |
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